Amanda C.
Yelp
I think that my visit to Furco was tainted by it's own success. I headed there with a bunch of colleagues just before 5, hoping to beat the 5pm rush, and arrived to find a lineup. It moved quickly enough, but once we were inside we understood why there was a lineup . . . wall to wall people, everywhere! It felt like it was 10pm, not 5pm, it was such a happening spot! Which is great if that's the vibe you're going for, but for me at 5pm I just want to relax and have a few drinks, not feel strangers bums hitting my own bum, while yelling into the ears of my drinking buddies to be heard. The staff was a mixed bag, the bartenders seemed to love the energy, and were energetic and happy. One waitress in particular was really not feeling it, and was pushy to the point of nearly knocking people over.
However all that being said, it was quite nice for such a packed and happening place. Ordering an old fashioned rewarded me with a smile from the bartender, and I was delighted to see it served with an orange peel curl. It was nice and strong as well. An interesting mix of people, some older, some younger, a lot of suits. It provided a lot of good people watching opportunities. The decor was hit and miss. I know a lot of people enjoy the industrial meets polished look, and I do too. But I found that the industrial part was a bit too unpolished for me. Insulation poking out from between the windows? Eeeeek. But the lights, the bar, the furniture, all top notch.
The food looked (and smelled) really good. I would be interested to return on a less busy day to order a few dishes to share.